NHS

Specialist Nurse for Palliative Care

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Mitcham Junction, MitchamView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£63,665 to £70,887

Contract

Not specified

Hours

Full time

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

You will work as a specialist nurse helping people with life‑limiting illnesses and their families. You will coordinate care, arrange referrals and support the team that delivers palliative care. The role suits nurses who are compassionate, organised and enjoy working with many professionals.

What you'll need

Registered with the NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council)
Qualified as a registered nurse (adult or community)
Experience in palliative or end‑of‑life care
Good communication skills with patients, families and staff
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
Full‑time availability in the Mitcham area

How to boost your chances

Update your CV to highlight any palliative care experience
Include your NMC registration number in your application
Prepare examples of teamwork and patient support for interview
Check the Trust’s website for its values and mention them
Arrange references who can speak about your care skills
Make sure you can travel to Mitcham Junction for work

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Job description

Job summary The Sutton Palliative Care Coordination Hub (PCCH) is recognised as a system-wide resource supporting transformational change across Sutton's health and social care system. The Hub serves as a single point of access for people aged 18 and over who are likely to die within 12 months. It provides a single referral point for care, coordination and delivery for professionals, individuals, families and carers, supported by nurse specialists who are experts in palliative and end of life c…